RecoveryCheck

We’re also releasing RecoveryCheck, a new app that enables users to check their 24 word recovery phrase.

This sequence of words is required to recover private crypto keys if your device is lost or stolen.

Carefully writing down and checking the recovery phrase is a critical part of setting up any Ledger device and we recommend that users check each word at least twice as they go.

However, because the recovery phrase is so important, many users want to confirm that they have got it absolutely right before using their wallet.

Until now, the best way to do this was by resetting the Nano S and choosing the Restore Configuration option – a time-consuming process.

RecoveryCheck makes verification quicker and easier. Simply enter your 24 words and the app will confirm whether the recovery phrase is correct. There is no need to reinitialize the device.

If you think that the recovery phrase you have written down is incorrect, follow the advice from our support center.

It is important to remember that RecoveryCheck is intended only as a way of confirming your 24 words. You must still keep a written record of your recovery phrase and store it somewhere safe.

We’re pleased to be bringing these new features to the community, and will continue to work on improving our products in the future. Look out for some further exciting updates on Ledger apps in the weeks ahead.

Founded in 2014, Ledger is a leader in security and infrastructure solutions for cryptocurrencies and blockchain applications. Headquartered in Paris, Vierzon, New York, San Francisco and Hong Kong, Ledger has a team of over 200 professionals developing a variety of products and services to safeguard cryptocurrency assets for individuals and companies – including the Ledger hardware wallets line already sold in 165 countries.